Today Take That tweeted that out of respect for the dead they will not be playing at the Liverpool waterfront venue.

The band tweeted: “Out of respect to all of the people and their families that were affected by the horrific incident last night at The Manchester Arena we have decided to postpone our show tonight in Liverpool. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”

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Earlier today in Liverpool the city’s Metro Mayor today confirmed an emergency meeting would determine if the gig would go ahead.

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Flags fluttering over the Liverpool venue were today flown at half mast.

A spokesman for the Echo Arena Liverpool said: “Our thoughts are with those affected by the devastating tragedy in Manchester.

“Our sympathies go out to everyone at this tragic time.”

The venue later tweeted: "We have been liaising with Take That and their promoter and they are understandably wishing to postpone tonight’s concert.

"Further information will be communicated with Echo Arena Liverpool customers as soon as it is available."

Last night Take That played in Liverpool at the 11,000 capacity waterfront venue.